Paralegal

Job summary

Prepare and organize wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate applications, and court filings while maintaining accurate client files and managing deadlines. Communicate with clients, courts, and other parties, and coordinate information with the team to support efficient file management and high-quality client service.

Job details

Company Description Underwood Gilholme Estate Lawyers is Calgary’s premier boutique law practice focused on wills and estates. The firm provides dedicated, personalized legal services to individuals and families seeking comprehensive estate planning and administration support. Team members work closely with clients to address complex estate issues with clarity and care. The boutique environment offers opportunities to develop deep subject-matter expertise in estate law while contributing to a collaborative and client-centered culture. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Paralegal role based in Calgary. The Paralegal will support lawyers in wills and estate matters by preparing and organizing legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate applications, and related court filings. Day-to-day responsibilities include: drafting documents, maintaining accurate client files, and managing deadlines and court submissions. The role also involves communicating with clients, courts and other parties, and coordinating information needed for effective file management. The Paralegal will collaborate closely with staff to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality client service. Qualifications Strong foundation in Law with a focus on wills, estates, and probate matters (5+ years preferred). Proficiency in legal document preparation, including drafting, formatting, and organizing client and court materials. Excellent communication skills. Attention to detail in document review, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with legal standards. Diploma, certificate, or degree in paralegal studies or a related legal field, or equivalent experience. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple files and deadlines. Comfort with legal practice management software and standard office applications. Ability to work collaboratively in an on-site team environment and maintain professional confidentiality.

What you’ll do

Prepare and organize wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate applications, and court filings while maintaining accurate client files and managing deadlines. Communicate with clients, courts, and other parties, and coordinate information with the team to support efficient file management and high-quality client service.

Requirements

A diploma, certificate, degree in paralegal studies or a related legal field, or equivalent experience is required; five or more years of experience in wills, estates, and probate is preferred. Candidates should have strong legal document preparation, communication, organizational, and time-management skills, attention to detail, proficiency with legal practice management and office software, and the ability to collaborate while maintaining confidentiality.

Listed skills

• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Wills And Estates
• Probate
• Legal Document Preparation
• Document Drafting
• Document Formatting
• Client File Management
• Deadline Management
• Court Filings
• Client Communication
• Attention To Detail
• Organization
• Time Management
• Legal Practice Management Software
• Confidentiality
• Collaboration

Job areas

• Legal
• Administrative